Derek Wang Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Derek Wang Family Foundation is a private foundation in Gilroy, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,600 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $6,100. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$12,600
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$6,100
- Assets$444,719
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $13,050 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,910 | 10 | $383,871 |
| 2024 | $13,050 | 6 | $405,269 |
| 2025 | $12,600 | 5 | $444,719 |
How to apply
Derek Wang Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Derek Wang Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $10,600 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Children with Special Ne | To help individual with special needs and their families find love, hope, respect, and support through integrated community involvement. | $6,100 |
| Individual | $2,500 | |
| River of Life Christian Church | For our youth to become disciples who create a kingdom culture and go out to impact the world. | $2,000 |
| James Smithson Society | For the worlds largest museum, education, and research complex, with 19 museums and the National Zooshaping the future by preserving our heritage, discovering new knowledge, and sharing our resources with the world. | $1,000 |
| National Geographic Society | Using the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Xianfeng Wang
- Wei Li
Questions people ask
Does Derek Wang Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Derek Wang Family Foundation give?
$12,600 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Derek Wang Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Xianfeng Wang (President & CEO) and Wei Li (Secretary & CFO).
What does Derek Wang Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and education.